Tesla robotaxi unveiling delayed to October 2024
Electric carmaker Tesla has delayed the launch of its robotaxi to October due to instructions for the design team to rework certain elements of the vehicle, reported Bloomberg as cited by Reuters. …
2024 MINI Cooper S in Malaysia – 204 PS F66 petrol model gets official price of RM279,888, RM24k more
The new F66 MINI Cooper S (not to be confused with the all-new, all-electric J01 Cooper SE that has just been launched) was previewed at the Malaysia Autoshow back in May, but …
GWM Tank 300 launched in Malaysia – 220 PS/380 Nm, 2.0T off-road SUV; tank turn, full ADAS suite; RM250k
Right on cue, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia has introduced the GWM Tank 300 in the country, with the announcement of its price marking the vehicle's official entry into the local market. …
2024 MINI Cooper SE in Malaysia – all-new J01 EV 3-door hatch with 218 PS, 402 km range, RM193,888
Ten months on from its global reveal, the all-new, all-electric MINI Cooper hatchback (not to be mistaken from the completely different petrol-powered model) has been launched in Malaysia, bringing the British brand's …
GAC Aion Y Plus EV in Malaysia – 204 PS/225 Nm five-seat MPV, 63.2 kWh, 430 km range WLTP; from RM120k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAF0Qrzjyts The GAC Aion Y Plus was launched in Malaysia in May this year, arriving on the market in two variants, the Elite at RM119,800 and the Premium at RM135,800 (both prices …
2024 MINI Cooper SE review – new Chinese-built EV MINI Hatch has nearly 2x range, but is it less fun?
We may have already seen the new MINI Cooper S making its debut in Malaysia, but that one is merely a warmed-over version of the outgoing petrol-powered F56. The future of the …
Honda to close Thai plant as Chinese competition mounts – remaining factory to be retooled for hybrids
It's not just Subaru that has been forced to cease vehicle production in Southeast Asia – Honda has also reportedly made its decision to close one of its two factories in Thailand, …
2024 Suzuki Swift gets three-star Euro NCAP rating
The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) has released its latest round of safety ratings, which saw the new Suzuki Swift receive a three-star rating. First revealed as a concept last …
Mitsubishi Xpander production in Malaysia reaches 40k milestone – 40,000th buyer to get RM10k holiday
You must know someone like that in work or in sports, the guy who goes about his business quietly, efficient but avoids attention. The Mitsubishi Xpander could be like that person - …
2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid launched in the US – same 2.5L NA hybrid system as Toyota RAV4 with 219 hp
The Mazda CX-50 gains a hybrid powertrain for the 2025 model year in the United States, which will retail from USD33,970 to USD40,050 (about RM159k to RM188k) across three variants. The hybrid …
2024 BMW X4 xDrive30i M Sport Pro in Malaysia – black bits, 21-inch wheels, ACC, RM5k more at RM400k
Two years on from the introduction of the facelifted G02 BMW X4, BMW Group Malaysia has added a new M Sport Pro variant of the xDrive30i. Taking over from the regular M …
smart Malaysia launches smartCO programme for owners – networking and community privileges
At yesterday's smart #3 launch, smart Malaysia announced the smartCO programme for smart owners. The programme is "designed to create vibrant communities of automotive enthusiasts and turn hobbies into successful business ventures". …
Subaru WRX “Project Midnight” – 670 hp monster to tackle Goodwood with ex-F1 driver Scott Speed
Ever wondered what a new Subaru WRX taken to its logical extreme will look like? Subaru Motorsport USA has decided to scratch that itch, teaming up with longtime partner Vermont SportsCar to …
2024 Ford Capri revealed by Eric Cantona – classic coupe now reborn as an electric SUV, based on a VW
An icon was born in 1966, and his name was Eric Cantona. The Manchester United legend and French international is one the most decorated footballers in the 1990s, winning multiple trophies and …
Gov’t still paying RM10 bil in diesel subsidies – RM3.3 bil to maintain RM2.15 price in Sabah and Sarawak
The government says it is continuing to shoulder more than RM10 billion in diesel subsidies annually despite having carrying out its rationalisation of the fuel, which has seen its retail price climb …
smart #3 EV launched in Malaysia – Pro, Premium and Brabus; 0-100 in 3.7s, 455 km range; from RM175k
Finally, the smart #3 is now officially launched in Malaysia. After Pro-Net's now customary media preview-embargo-public debut sequence - which saw us bring you an initial preview with first impressions, the full …
Peugeot Malaysia clarifies seven-year warranty option; no extra cost, complete coverage for full term
With the Peugeot franchise in Malaysia under the care of Stellantis Malaysia since March this year, the national sales company has started its product roll-out with the Malaysian-market launch of the 408 …
Tan Chong International profits fall by 86.6% in 1H 2024 due to “severe drop” in Subaru sales
Singapore- and Hong Kong-based Tan Chong International (TCIL) appears to be in dire straits at the moment – the group, which owns Asia's major Subaru distributor Motor Image, reported a whopping 86.6% …
Neta X launching on July 25 – EV SUV in 3 variants, 52 or 62 kWh batt, up to 410 km WLTP range, fr RM120k
The Neta X, previewed at the Malaysia Autoshow in May, will be launched on July 25. Three variants will be available at launch, the 400 Comfort, 400 Luxury and the range-topping 500 …
MIROS Car Seat Check event at My Lovely Baby Puchong; July 13, 10am to 3pm, entry free of charge
Safety equipment is only as safe as it can be when correctly used, and so the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) is hosting a child seat check in conjunction with …
